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The world's greatest zoos
By Junior on 16/08/2011 16:21:16
Get excited over exotic animals and have fun feeding farmyard creatures - here is Junior's guide to the best zoos around the globe
in a cottage or converted farm building. Farm and Cottage have some lovely properties in the southwest. Thelbridge Farm in Great Torrington, North Devon, is a charming 16th-century property, which you can explore by arrangement with the farmer. Prices
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Great British Treasures
By William Gray on 20/04/2010 14:02:55
Ten favourite family days out around the UK
rock pools ona wind-strafed beach during winter as they can on a boogie board during a summer heatwave. Some of the best highlights in Britain don’t cost a penny – cycling north Devon’s Tarka Trail, or finding the perfect picnic spot in the Lake
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Happy Campers
By Laura James on 28/04/2008 14:32:23
Five fantastic UK campsites from the author of Cool Camping
TOP FIVE FAMILY CAMPING SITESDeepdale Farm This is my number one place to camp. Close to the coast in North Norfolk, you can camp in one of the two on-site tipis, or bring your own tent. The showers are blissful
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Holidaying with Libbear Barton
By Lucy Phillips on 29/05/2011 14:15:08
Read more about Libbear Barton Holidays, Highly Commended in our Best Family Hotel category
North Devon, with its rolling hills and craggy coastline, is one of the most beautiful places in England, and thanks to Libbear Barton, this most scenic of areas is now also the perfect place for a family holiday. Comprising a seven-bedroom Georgian
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Theme parks
By Suzanne Milne on 19/06/2009 13:26:10
Classic theme parks that will amaze and delight
coasters and giant water slides overlooking the sea. Tel: 01983 730052 or visit www.blackgangchine.com 3. Babbacombe Model Village, DevonHas mini depictions of British life from football matches to weddings. Tel: 01803 315315; www
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Little Britain
By Junior on 26/08/2011 16:55:13
You’ll find all the ingredients you need to give your child a memorable holiday close to home. Discover the best these isles have to offer…
Forss House, The North HighlandsLocated in the far north of Scotland, Forss House is set on 20 acres of woodland and sits below a waterfall, on the gently meandering River Forss. With just 13 bedrooms, the house is informal and friendly and has
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Fabulous February half-term outings
By Georgina Cox on 10/02/2012 15:12:36
Our pick of the best family events in your area
a garden for fairies and a magic wand, then try to discover one of the beautiful creatures in the glade.Tiverton Museum Of Mid-Devon LifeFebruary 13–14Bring your family along to one of this series of crafty workshops at the Tiverton Museum Of Mid
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The Big Draw 2011
By Fiona McKim on 14/10/2011 12:55:11
Celebrate the power of the pencil with this nationwide campaign for drawing
Depot in North Finchley for a fun play day dedicated to drawing – contribute to a large-scale artwork, watch a musical production of Draw Me A Bird and take part in other fun creative workshops throughout the day.Family PortraitsOctober 28Pick up a paintbrush
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The glamper's guide to camping
By Junior on 02/08/2011 15:05:36
There has never been so much choice and variety in the world of camping. So from treehouses in France to the Wild West of the US, here’s how to camp in a little more luxury
.- In the Colne Valley, north Essex, Nomad Living rents out three retro VW camper vans from £495 a week that come complete with cooking utensils and essentials, plus you can hire extras, such as Cath Kidston tents or bike racks – perfect for exploring rural Essex
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Hallowe'en and Half-term events
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 08/10/2010 10:22:14
A feast of hallowe'en and holiday activities around the UK
NorthYork Maze Hallowe’en FestivalOctober 23–31Haunted tractor and trailer rides, witch’s grotto, pumpkin carving and spooky makeovers. Time: 10am–4.30pm. Cost: £8.95 (adults), £7.95 (children). Elvington Lane, York YO19 5LT. For details, see www
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